Staff Sgt. Jaime C. Newman, a 27-year old soldier from Richmond, Va., was killed on Friday when an improvised explosive device detonated near his dismounted patrol in Maquan, Zhari District, Afghanistan, the Army said.

According to the Army, Newman entered the service in July 2003 and arrived at Fort Campbell in March 2004.

His awards and decorations include: Purple Heart Medal; Army Achievement Medal; Army Good Conduct Medal; Army Commendation Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Afghanistan Campaign Service Medal; Iraqi Campaign Service Medal; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; Non Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon; Army Service Ribbon; Overseas Service Ribbon; Combat Infantryman Badge; Expert Infantryman Badge; Air Assault Badge; Driver and Mechanic Badge.

He is survived by his son Damarques J. Newman of Powhatan, Va.; daughter Jaidan I. Cox of Richmond, Va.; mother, Helen C. Newman of Richmond, Va.; and father, Angel Ramos.